Charlotte Child Development Center

Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. One (1) sunscreen permission was expired in space five (5). Three (3) diaper cream permissions and two (2) sunscreen permissions were expired in space (1).

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/27/2026

On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One (1) staff did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/27/2026

Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). One (1) child care provider did not submit required forms to complete a criminal background check.

Violation corrected during visit

Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. Emergency medical care information was not updated at least annually for three (3) children.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/27/2026

Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One (1) child did not have a medical exam or health assessment on file before or within 30 days.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/27/2026

A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility for one (1) staff.

Violation corrected during visit

Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. A cookout cup and starbucks cup was located in space five (5).

Violation corrected during visit

Each infant was not served only bottles labeled with their individual name. On 3/26/26 an infant was fed in error approximately 1 oz of a 4 oz bottle of human milk. The bottle belonged to another infant.

Violation corrected during visit

The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. One (1) child's MAP stated Auvi-Q on the medication form and the medication onsite was an Epi Pen Jr. The second page of the MAP was not completed for one (1) child.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 3/31/2026

Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A permission form for Benadryl in Space 4 expired 2/2026. A permission form for Benadryl and Auvi-Q expired 3/15/26 in Space 1. One (1) child in Space 1 did not have a permission form completed for Auvi-Q.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 3/31/2026

The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One (1) employee hired 12/4/25 did not complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment within 90 days of employment. The training on file was greater than 12 months old upon hire date.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 3/27/2026

A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. One (1) child's medical action plan (MAP) indicated Zyrtec in addition to the emergency medication and one (1) child's MAP indicated Benadryl in addition to the emergency medication. Neither over the counter medications were onsite.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/11/2025

Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. A child's emergency medication was not in the original container and did not have the prescription label attached.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/13/2025

All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One (1) employee did not update the health questionnaire annually.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/11/2025

Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One (1) employee did not update emergency information annually.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/11/2025

Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). One (1) employee's CBC qualification expired 6/26/25.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/13/2025

All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Two (2) staff's First Aid training expired 5/2025.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/11/2025

All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Two (2) staff's CPR training expired 5/2025.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/11/2025

Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. Two (2) children, R.A., E.O., did not update emergency medical care information annually.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/22/2025

Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. One (1) child, E.O., did not have a health care professional indicated in the emergency medical care information.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/22/2025

A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Two (2) children, R.A. and E.O., did not have current off-premise permissions on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/11/2025

Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Two (2) staff did not renew health and safety training every five years. Trainings were due June 2025.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/18/2025

Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A child's medication permission forms expired 2/9/25.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 3/13/2025

Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Electrical outlets were observed uncovered in Space 4.

Violation corrected during visit

Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. Bottles in Space 1 were not dated and labeled.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/14/2024

The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. Feeding plans in Spaces 3 and 1 were not updated as new food was introduced.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/14/2024

A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A child with a medical action plan did not have the prescribed medication onsite.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/14/2024

Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. An area of fencing beside the wood platform on the playground was below 4 feet.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/28/2024

All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A spray bottle of Odor Bond was not stored behind lock and key in Space 3.

Violation corrected during visit

Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Permission for Auvi-Q was not available for review.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/14/2024

Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. Three (3) children did not update the emergency medical care information annually.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/30/2024

Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. Two (2) children's discipline policy did not include the date of enrollment.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 9/6/2024

Potential biocontaminants were not stored properly (locked storage, removed from premises, inaccessible to children, or covered plastic lined receptacle). A trashcan with soiled diapers was observed uncovered in the bathroom between Spaces 4 & 2.

Violation corrected during visit

Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One (1) employee’s medical report was invalid as it was confirmed by the office manager of the medical practice that it was not signed by a doctor at the practice. Repeat violation

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/30/2024

On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Two (2) TB screenings were invalid as they were not signed by a doctor. The information was confirmed by the medical practice office manager that the person who signed the document was not a doctor at the practice. Repeat violation

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/30/2024

New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff had 4.5 hours documented for the first two weeks of employment and 10 hours total documented for the first six weeks of employment. Repeat violation

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 6/11/2024

Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Orientation forms were updated for three (3) employees, however six (6) hours of orientation was not documented. Each employee was short 1.5 hours of orientation as listed on the form. Repeat violation.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 6/27/2024

The operator made an effort to falsify information. The orientation form for three (3) new employees indicated eighteen (18) hours of orientation was conducted on 3/29/24. Two (2) employees confirmed they did not receive eighteen (18) hours of orientation on 3/29/24.The form was signed by the owner. Three (3) staff medical forms were signed by an individual who did not conduct a medical exam on the employees and two (2) TB screenings were signed by an individual who did not screen the employees per employee interviews.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 5/17/2024

Children were not adequately supervised at all times. A child from Space 2 was observed walking out of the classroom and across the hall to cubbies. Teachers were unaware the child left the room.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 5/17/2024

Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. A child's Auvi-Q did not have the prescription attached to the medication and was not in the original container. Repeat violation

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 5/17/2024

Non-mobile children were enrolled and the center did not have a crib or other approved device to safely evacuate the children in an emergency. There was currently one (1) evacuation crib in the infant classroom. It was reported that ten (10) infants were enrolled. There were five (5) infants present today. The requirement is an evacuation crib for every 5 infants enrolled.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 5/17/2024

Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Three (3) employee medical forms on file were not completed prior to employment by a health care professional that could be verified. Repeat violation

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/30/2024

On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Two (2) employee TB screenings were not completed prior to employment by a health care professional that could be verified. Repeat violation

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/30/2024

New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. It was reported that 2 hours of orientation was completed within the first 6 weeks of employment. The number of hours listed on the form was inaccurate.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 6/27/2024

Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Six clock hours of orientation could not be verified for three (3) employees as the information listed on the form was inaccurate.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 6/27/2024

Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. Siblings enrolled 7/17/23 did not have a medical assessment on file completed by a health care professional.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 5/17/2024

Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services. A child with Auvi-Q epinephrine onsite did not have a medical action plan completed for review. Repeat violation

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 5/17/2024

Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. Two (2) medication authorizations were not signed by the parent and one (1) form did not indicate the child’s name or date of birth, medication name, or when to administer the medication.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 5/17/2024

A list of all children participating in the off premise activity was not available at the center. Children from Space 2 and Space 2 were off premise at a park. There was no list at the facility indicating who was participating in the off premise activity.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 4/24/2024

Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. A child's prescribed Auvi-Q did not have the prescription attached to the medication and was not stored in the original container.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 5/17/2024

Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Two (2) new employees did not have a medical report on file for review.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/30/2024

On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Three (3) new employees did not have a negative TB test on file for review.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/30/2024

Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Two (2) new staff did not have emergency information on file for review.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 4/24/2024

Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services. A child with a chronic condition that required emergency medication did not have a medical action plan on file for review.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 5/17/2024

The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) new employee did not have a signed prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy on file for review.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 4/24/2024

All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. An opened bag of Miracle Grow potting soil was observed on the ground next to planters on the playground. The bag stated keep out of reach of children.

Violation corrected during visit

At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care. Three (3) teachers present in the infant room did not have ITS-SIDS training completed by an approved trainer. There were no teachers present in the room with training.

Violation corrected during visit

Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older. A child under 12 months of age was combined with children ages 1 - 4 years on the playground.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 3/14/2024

Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older. Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 to 4 years of age on the playground.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 3/14/2024

Separate outdoor play areas or time schedules were not provided for children under two when 15 or more children were in care. Thirty-four (34) children were present on the playground and fifteen (15) of the children were 12 months and one (1) child was under 12 months of age.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 3/14/2024

All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A hallway closet was observed unlocked. There were hazardous products stored inside to include disinfectant solutions, fertilizer, and mosquito spray.

Violation corrected during visit

Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children. A teacher used profanity and yelled in front of children in care.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 2/29/2024

Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Electrical outlets were observed without safety plugs in the auxiliary space used by children today.

Violation corrected during visit

All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet.Cleaning products in a mop bucket were observed in an unlocked storage closet on a hallway accessible to children.

Violation corrected during visit

A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Toddlers who used the unlicensed auxiliary space did not have off-premise permissions on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 2/29/2024

Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Two (2) child care providers did not have a medical report on file prior to employment. This is a repeat violation.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 9/12/2023

On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Two (2) childcare providers did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB. This is a repeat violation.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 9/12/2023

Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Two (2) child care provider did not complete the required number of h ours according to their education and experience. This is a repeat violation.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 9/29/2023

Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Four (4) child care providers files did not contain an annual staff evaluation. Three (3) staff evaluations were monitored for three (3) childcare providers during today's visit. One (1) staff evaluation still needs to be completed for one (1) childcare provider. This is a repeat violation.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 10/2/2023

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Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One (1) child did not have a medical exam on file before or within 30 days after enrollment.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 9/1/2023

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Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was completed on 8/1/22.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 9/6/2023

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All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed. One (1) child was laying on a boppy pillow with a bottle.

Violation corrected during visit

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All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Aerosol cans of sunscreen were located in an unlocked closet in space (1).

Violation corrected during visit

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A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. Diaper cream in Space two (2) written permission to administer had expired.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/25/2023

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Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Two (2) child care providers did not have a medical report on file prior to employment.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 9/12/2023

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On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Two (2) childcare providers did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 9/12/2023

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Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Two (2) child care provider did not complete the required number of h ours according to their education and experience.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 9/29/2023

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Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Four (4) child care providers files did not contain an annual staff evaluation.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 10/2/2023